A report titled “DOT Has Taken Steps to Verify and Publicize Drug and Alcohol Testing Data but Should Do More” was published by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) in March 2021. Could the general workforce benefit from accessing the drug testing data too? The report examines: How the DOT uses drug and alcohol testing data Read more »
Human Resources
6 Experts Share Their Advice on Motivating Employees Through Challenging Times
When the company is on a roll, employee morale often takes a natural high. You sense the positive energy flowing through the workplace as soon as you enter the door. It’s invigorating! However, if you’re familiar with the old saying, “into every life, a little rain must fall,” you know that holds true to the Read more »
5 HR Experts Share How to Talk to Staff About Drug Testing
The HR department could very well be considered the heart of the company. The human resources department plays a huge role in day-to-day operations from drug testing to tracking benefits. Having caring, empathetic, and astute people in HR positions goes a long way toward having a thriving business. Why? Because the core responsibility of your Read more »
Everything Employers Need to Know About Medical Marijuana
There is no need to list the 33 states that have legalized the use of medical marijuana, if your business is located in one of them, you are likely already aware. Perhaps, you have already been presented with an employee testing positively for the drug to find out they have a medical marijuana prescription allowing Read more »
How Tampa Employers are Adapting to Legal Marijuana
In 2017, the state of Florida joined the ranks of many other states that have legalized the use of medical marijuana. While some view this as a victory for those living with debilitating medical conditions and illnesses, it also creates confusion for employers who want to conduct drug testing in order to help ensure a Read more »
How Legalized Marijuana Impacts Florida’s Construction Industry
The move by most states to legalize the use of marijuana has several employers. They have to choose to either maintain a zero-drug tolerance rate or put their reputation in jeopardy by accommodating those who work under the influence of drugs. Legalization of marijuana in Florida did not make the situation any better. Drug abuse Read more »